Wolverhampton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wolverhampton

With a population of 252,791, Wolverhampton is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wolverhampton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Wolverhampton

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Shrewsbury Arms (70 High Street Albrighton) and Fiume Restaurant (5 Bridgnorth Road) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Namaste Wolverhampton (480 Dudley Road) and Pigott Arms Wolverhampton (11 High Street) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Wolverhampton.

When to visit Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton in June
Estimated hotel price
$50
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wolverhampton in June
Estimated hotel price
$50
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wolverhampton

Plane

Although Wolverhampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 18 miles from Wolverhampton. The shortest flight to Wolverhampton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wolverhampton, followed by Train. Located 0.2 miles from the city center, Wolverhampton is the busiest station in Wolverhampton. Another popular train station is Wolverhampton Bilbrook, located 4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Wolverhampton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 113 miles from Wolverhampton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wolverhampton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Wolverhampton takes 90 miles and will cost you around $13. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $13 for a journey of 120 miles.

Plane

Although Wolverhampton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Birmingham Airport (UK) (BHX), which is located 18 miles from Wolverhampton. The shortest flight to Wolverhampton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h 25m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Wolverhampton, followed by Train. Located 0.2 miles from the city center, Wolverhampton is the busiest station in Wolverhampton. Another popular train station is Wolverhampton Bilbrook, located 4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Wolverhampton is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 113 miles from Wolverhampton. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wolverhampton, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Manchester, the bus ride to Wolverhampton takes 90 miles and will cost you around $13. From Bristol, the ticket costs about $13 for a journey of 120 miles.

Airports near Wolverhampton

Airlines serving Wolverhampton

Lufthansa
Good (4,677 reviews)
KLM
Good (855 reviews)
SWISS
Good (933 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,522 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,305 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,951 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,476 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,834 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (824 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wolverhampton

Average rates range from around $89 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $87 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wolverhampton

Most booked hotels in Wolverhampton

Fairlawns, Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1160 reviews)
$135+
Spread Eagle, Gailey by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1819 reviews)
$65+
Barons Court Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1710 reviews)
$56+
Holiday Inn Wolverhampton - Racecourse
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1468 reviews)
$96+
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - Walsall
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2751 reviews)
$85+
Novotel Wolverhampton
3 stars
Good (7.6, 2962 reviews)
$81+

Renting a car in Wolverhampton

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Wolverhampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wolverhampton, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $7.04 per gallon in Wolverhampton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.49 and $112.65. Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wolverhampton, while also 73% cheaper than other types, on average.